Welcome to Nan’s House! You know the one — smells like homemade bread, always has a kettle on, and feels like a hug the moment you walk in. For the first time in over 50 years, 36 McKay Street is coming to market, and it’s every bit the cozy, traditional saltbox-style home you'd hope to find tucked away in the heart of St. John’s. This completely detached, three-bedroom home has all the warmth and character of a bygone era, with the kind of sturdy charm that could easily raise a family — in fact, it was solid enough to raise 13 kids. The layout is snug and practical, and while the carpets give off vintage vibes, you’ll find beautiful hardwood floors waiting underneath, just itching to be revealed. Step outside into the large, fenced backyard, a rare find in the city and packed with potential. Whether you're dreaming of a garden retreat, a space for the kids to roam, or the ultimate outdoor entertaining spot, there's room to make it yours. Homes like this don't come around often — full of heart, history, and ready for its next chapter. Come see why “Nan’s house” might just be your next home. As per seller's direction, there will be no conveyance of offers until 12Pm, June 2nd. Asking for any offers to be submitted by 10am on Monday, June 2nd and kept open until June 2nd at 5pm.
For sale
C$170,000
36 Mckay Street, St. John's, NL A1E1P2
3beds
1,175sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
C$145/sqft
C$-- HOA
What's special
Cozy traditional saltbox-style homeSturdy charmBeautiful hardwood floorsLarge fenced backyard
- 16 days
- on Zillow |
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: June 01, 2025 at 09:00am
Listed by:
Melissa Best,
BlueKey Realty Inc.,
Jay Haynes,
BlueKey Realty Inc.
Source: Newfoundland and Labrador AR,MLS®#: 1285376

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 130.68 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.9x13.2
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 126.48 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.4x10.2
Other
- Level: Second
- Area: 153.76 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.4x12.4
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 152.46 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.6x12.1
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 119.79 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.9x12.10
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 152.59 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.6x12.11
Heating
- Oil, Radiant
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Mixed
- Basement: Crawl Space
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,175
- Total interior livable area: 1,175 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck/Patio, Patio(s) and Deck(s)
- Fencing: Back Yard
Lot
- Features: Central Location, Highway Access, Landscaped, Recreation Nearby, Shopping Nearby, Under 0.5 Acres
Details
- Zoning description: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete
- Roof: Flat
Condition
- Year built: 1955
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: St Johns
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: C$145/sqft
- Annual tax amount: C$1,390
- Date on market: 5/29/2025
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